This book, Regency Women’s Dress: Techniques and Patterns 1800-1830 by Cassidy Percoco, had been on my radar for a couple months after first stumbling upon it on Amazon last August. I waited for the release date of October 1st only to have it appear as “out of stock.” Sigh….
So when it was available again I jumped to order. I guess so did many of ... [ Read More ]

Every year in my Costume College budget planning I give myself some spending money for books. Because… BOOKS!
Some years are rather dry of good resources to pick up; others – too many to narrow down the purchase.
This year I managed to find four that needed to come home with me: one that's been on my list for a few years, a brand new book ... [ Read More ]

Books!! One can never have enough of these good friends.
You already know of the Top 10 Books I recommend. Here's another lot for your bookshelf – to learn from, ogle, and share with friends (well… maybe). :-) ... [ Read More ]

Ahh… books. Those friends for life. And no matter how long you've been sewing, you probably have a few of these friends around.
Some are undoubtedly better than others. A few belong in the Goodwill donation stack. Others you would grab in case of fire.
While there are dozens of really good books on sewing and costuming, here are my favorites ... [ Read More ]

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"Because of you and your blog I now have the confidence to sew historical articles. Thanks for sharing and teaching your skills." ~Tricia B.

"I absolutely love your video on how to bustle a skirt... it explains it beautifully." ~Maryruth Monahan

"That is excellent advice about wearing a corset! It’s what I have been advising to fellow costumers and people I teach to make costumes, but it is very well written.... Congratulations on an excellent website, and information, for costumers." ~Lynne Cook

"Thank you for all the panels you were on and for sharing your wonderful talent." ~Cindy Piselli

"Thank you for posting the bustling tutorial. That's always been a handful for me. You make it look so easy." ~Val LaBore

"[The Regency class] was great fun! But more than that, it was informative beyond my expections. Jennifer brought clothing she has sewn for a real 'hands on' learning experience. She gave us good info on proper & period correct fabric choices & sewing techniques. Thank you Jennifer." ~Candy Murrietta

"thanks for the great into on 1860 dresses....very informative.." ~Fran Wilcox